Martins Ferry Theatre Stages Wild Ride to ‘Hadestown’

MARTINS FERRY —The Martins Ferry High School Theatre Department will take audiences on a heart-wrenching yet hopeful journey to the Underworld and back in their performances of the musical “Hadestown: Teen Edition.” Show times are 7 p.m. Friday, April 25; and 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. ...

What Would Harry Think Now?

A recent posting online in Memories of Wheeling by Mike Minder conjured up a slew of memories for those old enough to remember. The posting was a look back at April 7, 1964, when a “Break-Through Ceremony” was held at the corner of Baker and McColloch streets which was to become the east portal for the Wheeling Tunnel. The twin tunnels planned for Interstate 70 and U.S. 250 would be carved — or blasted — out of the side of the mountain that stood in the path of progress. It took three years and a whopping $6.9 million to complete the tubes. That was a lot of money back then. ...

Live Music Roundup

Friday, April 11 - Dillon Gambol, 19th Hole, Wheeling, 6-9 p.m. - Nathan Minerd, Route 88 Burgers & Brew, Wheeling, 6-9 p.m. - Gage Joseph, Quaker Steak & Lube, Triadelphia, 6-9 p.m. - Crandall Creek, Strand Theatre, Moundsville, 7 p.m. - Josh Sokolowski, Prima Marina, Moundsville, 7-10 p.m. - Jason Treuman, El Gran Patron, Moundsville, 7-10 p.m. - Tammy Jo & Iron Horse, Vue 42, Wheeling, 7-11 p.m. - Libby Adams, Hickman Lounge at Oglebay’s Wilson Lodge, Wheeling, 8-11 p.m. - The Adrian Michaelz Soul Show, Waterfront Hall, Wheeling, 9 p.m. Saturday, April 12 - ...

Free Movie Showings Slated At Moundsville Public Library

MOUNDSVILLE — Two free movie showings on tap at the Moundsville-Marshall County Public Library. The feature film “The Wild Robot” — a DreamWorks animated-adventure for the whole family based on the beloved children’s books by Peter Brown — will show at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 12. This 2024 film is rated PG and runs for 102 minutes. There will be another free film showing on Monday, April 14, starting at 6 p.m. at the Moundsville Library. The feature is “Here,” a coming-of-age-drama from the reunited director, writer and stars of “Forrest Gump.” A generational ...

Pennyroyal Hosts McLain Family Band

FAIRVIEW — The Pennyroyal Opera House will host a bluegrass show today, Friday, April 11, featuring the McLain Family Band. Kentucky Music Hall of Fame members and recipients of the International Bluegrass Music Association’s Distinguished Achievement Award, the McLain Family Band has ...

Trainjumpers Celebrate New Record Release

WHEELING — The Silver Rail Bar & Grill in South Wheeling will host a roots rock throwdown this weekend as The Trainjumpers celebrate the upcoming release of the band’s new record. Formed in December of 2005, The Trainjumpers have been rolling through the Ohio Valley and beyond for the ...